August 2019 News Video
August 29, 2019Our August 2019 News Video covers events in July 2019, including the birth of our newest = Jersey Calf, Mina; the progress on Iraivan Temple's Kodimaram; and the Aadheenam's recent celebration of Guru Purnima.
Progress on Iraivan Temple's Wall
August 28, 2019Aum Namah SivayaHere's a preview of what Iraivan Temple's perimeter wall will look like once complete. For now only this northeast corner is nearly finished, but the rest of the wall is moving along quickly. These red granite pots will sit atop each of these tower sections and below the...
A Unique Gift from Russia
August 27, 2019Aum Namah Sivaya We've recently received these pictures from Russia, of a delightful gift that Dinanatha and his team presented to Satguru during his stay in Russia (more photos to come). It is a set of Russian Dolls, also known as Matryoshka or Babushka dolls. For those that don't know,...
The World Is an Ashram
August 25, 2019By Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami Aum Namah SivayaAs you may have noticed our site is still getting through its server upgrade. So for now please enjoy this video from Satguru, discussing how the world is a stage for our own evolution. Aum.
See You In a Few Days!
August 21, 2019"It's very simple: the energy within our body is the same energy that pervades the universe, and it's all emanating right out of Lord Siva." -Gurudeva Aloha Everyone, Our monks will soon be entering their two-day retreat, and we're using that time to upgrade our server. So that means you...
History of Hindu India: City and Village Life
August 20, 2019This history music video: "City and Village Life. is a song for children intended to complement the second of our popular History of Hindu India documentaries, "Hindu India: 300 to 1100ce." The documentary and song, the second of three for this time period, neatly supplement the study of India and...
Adding a Second Layer
August 19, 2019Today we are seeing the second layer of Iraivan Temple's perimeter wall take shape. This layer of stones cover the entire length of the wall. Atop each smaller tower caps will sit polished rose granite pots. First the stones must be fit perfectly and then they are fully installed Many...
Weaver's Wisdom: Family Life
August 18, 2019KURAL 41 He alone may be called a householder who supports students, elders and renunciates pursuing well their good paths. KURAL 42 The virtuous householder supports the needs of renunciates, ancestors and the poor. KURAL 43 The foremost duty of family life is to serve duly these five: God, guests,...